Eclipse Aviation Eclipse 500 - Electrical and Evacuation Emergencies

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increase descent rate, consider lowering the landing gear if below 200 KEAS while
making shallow turns.
If structural damage is suspected or significant turbulence is encountered, consider a
reducing airspeed to Vo (180 KEAS).
Single and dual generator failure
Electrical problems require adequate knowledge of the overall system in order to
understand the problem and its consequences. The Eclipse 500’s electrical synoptic
will assist the pilot in analyzing any electrical anomaly. Although the various checklists
are straightforward, some aircraft functions may be lost in the process. In the event of a
dual generator failure, the batteries will provide 30 minutes of usable power and it is
essential to land within this time frame.
Emergency evacuation
If an evacuation of the aircraft is required, it is very important that all on board are “on
the same sheet of music”. The preflight briefing, in at least general terms, should
include how this is to be accomplished and locations of the primary and emergency
exits. Given enough time, a more detailed brief should be re-accomplished before
landing.
In all evacuation situations, the pilot in command must make it clear to all on board that
only he/she may initiate the evacuation.
NOTE
During actual aircraft flight training, the emergency evacuation procedure will be
simulated by a discussion between the pilot and instructor. During training, the pilot will
be given the opportunity to become familiar with the opening of the emergency exit
door.
Unusual Attitude/Upset Recovery
An upset can generally be defined as unintentionally exceeding the following conditions:
• Pitch attitude greater than 25° nose up, or
• Pitch attitude greater than 10° nose down, or
• Bank angle greater than 45°, or
• Within above parameters, but flying at airspeeds inappropriate for the conditions
The following techniques represent a logical progression for recovering the aircraft. The
sequence of actions is for guidance only and represents a series of options to be
considered and used, depending on the situation.